Department:
12102 Greater Charlotte Research and Other Sponsored Programs - Community Health and Impact
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
M-F traditional office hours (9-5) with frequent evening and occasional weekend events allowing for flexibility in work week
Pay Range
$33.05 - $49.60
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Support the NextUp Program Manager in the implementation and day‑to‑day operation of Atrium Health’s STEM Learning Lab program.
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Assist in the execution and daily operations of STEM Learning Lab activities, ensuring smooth and consistent program delivery.
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Coordinate logistics related to program activities, including scheduling, event planning, and participant engagement.
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Maintain and manage program documentation, including records of activities, student participation, and partnership engagements.
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Support relationship development and coordination with stakeholders such as school districts, higher education partners, workforce organizations, and Atrium Health partners.
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Support implementation of educational programming aligned with STEM industry trends and workforce development needs.
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Manage equipment maintenance and inventory for the STEM Learning Lab, including coordinating repairs and supporting training on new technologies.
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Assist in identifying emerging STEM education trends to enhance program content and instructional methodologies.
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Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to promote program awareness and community engagement.
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Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and communications to share program progress with stakeholders.
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Provide administrative support for program initiatives, including budget tracking, grant reporting, and compliance monitoring.
None Required.
Bachelor’s Degree in education, community relations, human services, communications, public health, a STEM‑related field, or a related field.
Two (2) to three (3) years of experience in program coordination, nonprofit work, or education, ideally with exposure to STEM programming.
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Knowledge of STEM education principles, informal learning models, and youth engagement best practices.
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Understanding of workforce development trends, particularly within STEM‑related industries.
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Familiarity with local education systems and community‑based organizations.
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Basic understanding of grant‑funded program requirements and compliance.
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Awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles related to youth access and representation in STEM fields.
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Strong organizational and time‑management skills to manage multiple projects, events, and partner communications.
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Skill in building and maintaining partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and business or industry stakeholders.
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Clear written and verbal communication skills for reports, presentations, and stakeholder engagement.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and administrative tools.
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Event coordination and logistical planning skills.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team structure.
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Ability to adapt quickly to shifting program needs and priorities.
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Ability to track, document, and report data related to program outcomes and participation.
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Ability to engage middle and high school students in a professional and motivating manner.
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Ability to analyze STEM education trends and recommend program improvements.
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Comfort navigating culturally sensitive topics and working across lines of difference.
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Regular computer use.
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Occasional travel for program delivery and events.
None Preferred.
Master’s or graduate degree in education, human services, STEM, public health, or a related field.
Three (3) to five (5) years of experience working in an informal STEM education setting or out‑of‑school‑time STEM program.
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Advanced experience with STEM education programming and informal learning environments.
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Strong partnership development and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
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Experience supporting grant‑funded or community‑based educational initiatives.
All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job‑related instructions and perform any other job‑related duties requested by their leaders.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
The Program Coordinator will support the NextUp Program Manager in the implementation and day-to-day operation of Atrium Health’s STEM Learning Lab program. This role will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth execution of program activities, fostering relationships with stakeholders, and managing logistics related to program operations. The STEM Learning Lab, embedded within The Pearl’s Phase I development, will provide STEM exposure for middle and high school students, particularly those from low-income and diverse backgrounds, by offering industry-relevant learning experiences and mentorship opportunities.
